Volunteerism- A Salute to Senior Service - Professional Caregiver Recorded Webinar
Dr. Amy D'Aprix details the many physical and emotional benefits of volunteering. Ways to encourage younger family members to volunteer are also covered.
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The list of topics and issues caregivers face is seemingly endless. As a professional, you want to be able to provide research-based answers and information that can be used to aid caregivers as they strive to provide the best care for their aging loved one. Utilize the information in these sections to educate yourself, and share the resources with others who might find them beneficial.
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Understanding Diabetes in Older Adults — Webinar
Diabetes affects millions of Americans, and Dr. Amy D'Aprix will detail some of the risk factors, as well as how to prevent or delay the onset of the disease.
Managing Family Care for Alzheimer's Patients - Professional Caregiver Webinar
Dr. Amy D'Aprix outlines the various symptoms of dementia, including language problems, personality changes, loss of interests, and difficulty performing tasks.
Understanding the Emotional Aspects of Caregiving - Professional Caregiver Webinar
Caregiving can be an emotionally intense experience, and some caregivers experience negative feelings that they feel the need to bury or deny.
Patient/Doctor Communication - Professional Caregiver Recorded Webinar
Dr. Amy D’Aprix discusses the importance of effective communication between older adults and their healthcare providers, and the various legal forms and documents needed to assure one’s medical wishes will be met.
The 50-50 Rule®: Managing Sibling Dynamics - Professional Caregiver Recorded Webinar
This video discusses the 50-50 Rule, hot button topics that cause emotional discussions, offers tips and checklists to help siblings cope with the demands of family caregiving, and offers resources that can help avoid or overcome sibling conflicts.
Senior Nutrition and Mealtime - Professional Caregiver Webinar
Dr. Amy D'Aprix outlines several steps you can take to help older adults develop better nutrition and eating habits, including helping them prepare for and shop for groceries and helping select foods that are high in nutrition and loaded with important vitamins, minerals and fiber.
Living at Home with Arthritis - Professional Caregiver Webinar
Dr. Amy D'Aprix discusses caring for someone with arthritis, from the symptoms and warning signs to the diagnosis and medical treatment. Home Instead Senior Care, along with the Arthritis Foundation, provide invaluable tips for living with arthritis, as well as helpful coping and support resources.
Navigating the Senior Care Maze - Professional Caregiver Recorded Webinar
Dr. Amy D'Aprix outlines issues such as critical medical information to know, document gathering, and doctor and medication management so that caregivers can better manage their seniors' care, as well as be prepared for potential emergencies.
Caring for Someone with Alzheimer's - Professional Caregiver Webinar Series
Dr. Amy D'Aprix and Mary Alexander of Home Instead Senior Care® discuss caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease in this recorded webinar.
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